Basic Guide to GC / MS

Written by the same author as the popular "Handbook of GC/MS", this is a clear and readable introduction to the technique, providing an overview of everything the user needs to know in order to get started. The real focus is on practical guidance, with helpful tips on how the technique can be used efficiently for accurate and reliable results. Easy, real–life examples are taken from analytical laboratories, including environmental, food, pharmaceutical and clinical analysis. The perfect companion for a GC/MS newbie as well as a valuable guide for more experienced users.

Introduction FUNDAMENTALS Sample Preparation Gas Chromatography Mass Spectrometry EVALUATION OF GC/MS ANALYSES Display of Chromatograms Substance Identification Quantitation Frequently Occurring Impurities APPLICATIONS